Participatory Budget Information Day: Empowering Community Decisions in Newcastle
Join us for the Participatory Budget Information Day at Community Grand, Newcastle, hosted by Housing for All – Arbour, Ark, Clanmil & Radius Housing. This event is designed to provide you with insights into the participatory budgeting process and how it empowers community members to influence local decision-making.
Aligned with the theme of ‘OpportUNiTY’, this Information Day offers a valuable opportunity for residents to learn about and engage in the decision-making process that directly impacts their community. By participating, you can discover how your ideas and preferences can shape local projects and services, fostering greater community involvement and collaboration.
Come and explore how participatory budgeting creates opportunities for collective action and enhances community development, ensuring that local voices are heard and valued.
Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council’s Community Awards 2024 aim to recognise groups and individuals who make a valuable contribution to community life.
These awards are designed to give the opportunity to recognise and thank local people of outstanding merit for making a difference to the lives of others in our Council area.
This year, as part of Good Relations Week 2024, a new award has been added, the ‘OpportUNITY Award’ which will be awarded to a community group who showcases action, enthusiasm and commitment in their daily efforts to foster positive community relations and promote cultural diversity across the region.
The Community Awards 2024 ceremony will take place on Friday 20th September 2024 at the Seagoe Hotel, Portadown at 7pm
Dalriada Shared Music Programme: Exploring Diversity Through Traditional Music
The Glens of Antrim Comhaltas, in collaboration with the Good Relations Team at Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, is excited to present the Dalriada Shared Music Programme at the Old Church Centre. This program provides a unique opportunity for young musicians to engage with and explore traditional music, song, and dance from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
In line with this year’s theme of ‘OpportUNiTY’, the Dalriada Shared Music Programme aims to celebrate and harness the power of cultural diversity through music. By bringing together diverse traditions and fostering collaboration, this initiative highlights how shared musical experiences can bridge cultural gaps, promote mutual understanding, and build stronger community connections.
Join us to witness the vibrant fusion of traditional music from different backgrounds and experience how coming together through artistic expression creates new opportunities for unity and appreciation.
Celebrate the Autumn Equinox: An Evening of Film and Music at Ulster Folk Museum
Join us at Ulster Folk Museum on Saturday, 21st September, to celebrate the Autumn Equinox with a unique evening event. Experience a one-off screening of a specially commissioned archive film in our authentic 1900s Picture House, accompanied by a live score from the acclaimed Irish composer Róis.
This event, embodying the theme of ‘OpportUNiTY’, offers a special opportunity to reflect on the richness of the Autumn Equinox—a time that marks the transition from summer to autumn and celebrates the balance of light and dark. The film will feature astrological visuals, standing stones, and scenes of nature’s abundance and past harvests, interwoven to highlight the significance of this special time of year.
The Autumn Equinox is a moment steeped in ancient rituals, traditions, and folklore, from Neolithic alignments to the pagan festival of Mabon. By attending this event, you will engage with these rich traditions and explore new opportunities for understanding and appreciating our cultural heritage.
Róis, renowned for her innovative blend of folk, Sean-nós, electronic soundscapes, and jazz, will bring her unique touch to the evening, creating a captivating fusion of music and visual storytelling.
This is a Traveller Good Relations Event to hear about the Belfast Traveller Early Intervention Project. At the event, you will hear about the work with Belfast Traveller Communities and have the opportunity to share experiences of what works well and identify what we can do better. The event is co-hosted by Belfast Trust, The HEART Project, Barnardos and Community Restorative Justice.
Cultural Awareness Family Day: Embracing Diversity Together
Join us for the Cultural Awareness Family Day in Downpatrick, a vibrant event hosted by the Downpatrick DEA in partnership with the South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust. Taking place on Saturday, 21 September, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the Downshire Estate, this family-friendly event will celebrate the theme of ‘OpportUNiTY’ by showcasing the rich cultural tapestry of our community.
Through interactive activities, performances, and educational exhibits, we aim to highlight the power of coming together and learning from each other’s experiences. This day will provide a platform for families to engage in meaningful conversations about cultural diversity, fostering understanding and collaboration. By sharing our unique stories and traditions, we create new opportunities for unity and mutual respect, making our community stronger and more inclusive.
In celebration of Good Relations Week 2024 and its theme of ‘OpportUNITY,’ Belfast Trust invites you to the OpportUNITY to be SEEN event on 17th September from 12-2 pm. This special occasion will feature an exciting announcement from BHSCT about becoming a Place of Sanctuary, showcase Oliver Jeffers’ powerful artwork, ‘Seen: Shining a Light on Society’s Most Vulnerable,’ and highlight BHSCT’s commitment to fostering a shared space. The event will also include a performance by a local School of Sanctuary choir, emphasizing the week’s focus on inclusion, community solidarity, and celebrating diverse voices.
Due to high demand, this event is already at full capacity.
The Discovery Centres at the Ulster Museum offer unique and exciting learning experiences to people of all ages.
As part of Good Relations Week, our three Centres will extend the ‘Objects Tell Stories’ project to host a series of object-handling sessions focusing on the areas of Art, History and Nature to explore our collections. These sessions are drop-in and open to everyone with the aim of making connections to the objects on display in the Museum.
Unleash your imagination and creativity in a relaxed and enjoyable every day from 2pm to 3pm in Discover Art.
Discover the wonders of our natural world through our natural science specimens every day from 2pm to 3pm in Discover Nature.
Connect with people from the past through artefacts from a range of historical periods every day from 2pm to 3pm in Discover History.
As part of Good Relations Week 2024 and its theme of ‘OpportUNITY,’ join us for the Walk for Life at Mountpanther Farm Park, hosted by Housing for All – Arbour, Ark, Clanmil, and Radius Housing. This family-friendly event is a wonderful opportunity to come together, enjoy the outdoors, and support community well-being. Embrace the spirit of unity and health as we walk together to celebrate our shared commitment to creating inclusive and supportive communities.
This interactive ‘Democracy Day’ event at Parliament Buildings, to grow understanding, confidence and participation in the political system. The day hopes to encourage democratic participation by members of migrant and minority ethnic communities in Northern Ireland, specifically through:
• encouraging voter registration
• encouraging voting in elections
• encouraging interested people to stand for election in local council, Assembly, Westminster elections
• encouraging participation in political parties